Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Date Posted: 03/31/2026 Req ID: 47517 Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Department: Office of Advancement Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Position Number: Existing Vacancy: Yes About us The Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is a world-renowned community of researchers and students dedicated to solving some of the world's most pressing challenges through collaborative and multidisciplinary research and experiential education. Through rigorous technical training, and unparalleled extracurricular and professional experience opportunities, we prepare the next generation of engineering leaders and change-makers to unlock the future's potential. The Office of Advancement works to sustain and enhance the Faculty’s academic mission, leadership and worldwide impact by engaging alumni and private-sector stakeholders. As part of Defy Gravity: The Campaign for the University of Toronto, we seek to harness the talent, generosity, and compassion of our global community to strengthen the University’s commitment to inclusive excellence and accelerate work on the most complex issues facing our world today. Your opportunity The Senior Development Officer (SDO) is part of a team working under the general direction of the Director of Development. Working directly with Chairs and academic leaders, the Senior Development Officer is responsible for fundraising for programs across the faculty within a specific portfolio. The incumbent identifies, cultivates and solicits donors at the major gift level, generally $50,000 and above with an emphasis on gifts of $100,000 and above. The incumbent contributes to the strategy and ensures proper stewardship takes place following a gift to maintain the donor's involvement, interest and support. The active involvement of department chairs and institute directors, faculty members, senior volunteers and the university community is essential to the overall success of such a program. Regular daytime schedule with occasional evenings and occasional weekends. Occasional domestic and international overnight travel.



Your responsibilities will include Assessing needs and contributing to the development and implementation of plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition of Major Gifts generally $50,000 and above with an emphasis on gifts of $100,000 and above. Developing tailored fundraising initiatives that support strategic initiatives. Conducting advanced research and analysis from a variety of sources to provide detailed background data on donors. Cultivating and soliciting current and prospective major gift donors through tailored stewardship programs. Developing and implementing plans to support donor management and stewardship strategies and/or activities. Handling highly sensitive and/or confidential information. Writing donor facing material as donor proposals; as well as, briefing notes, solicitation plans and call reports to track donor interaction. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Minimum five years relevant experience in a senior staff fundraising role with a proven track record of success and experience managing a substantial pool of major gift donors and prospective donors. Demonstrated experience in the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and prospective donors at the $50,000+ level. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Proven ability to manage and motivate high net worth volunteers and friends, i.E., volunteers. Evidence of strong initiative, tact, diplomacy, judgement and decision making in complex environments with competing priorities. Ability to work in a fast paced and results-oriented setting. Strong team player who values collaboration. To be successful in this role you will be Closing Date: 04/13/2026, 11:59PM ETEmployee Group: USWAppointment Type: Budget - ContinuingSchedule: Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 15 -- $97,348.



with an annual step progression to a maximum of $124,491. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.Job Category: Administrative / Managerial Lived Experience StatementCandidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position. A job description is available upon request Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Development Officer - C$97,348 - C$124,491 A Year (Toronto)
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